El Alba Airport

SCAB

La Lumbrera, CL

Last Updated
Jul 17, 23:00Z

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Currently using: SCEL
Weather Source: Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport (SCEL)
Distance: 30nm / 55km from SCAB

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 17 min ago
23:00Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
11°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 9°C
19 kt
20°
5 km
Visibility
1,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1006 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR SCEL 172300Z 02019KT 5000 RA BKN015 OVC040 11/09 Q1006 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 450 ft
BKN 1,500 ft AGL
OVC 4,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,950 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
4,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,450 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

El Alba Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 4,000 feet and 5 km visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north-northeast (20°) at 19 knots. Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is 5 km, below VFR minimums in some airspace classifications. Check local requirements before departing VFR. The ceiling is 1500 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 11°C (52°F) with a dewpoint of 9°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Rain, Light Showers Rain. Expect variable wind speeds ranging from 4 to 15 knots. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 18:00Z and 23:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1006 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
991 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (450 ft)
Pressure Alt
668 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 296 ft
ISA Deviation: -3.1°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF SCEL 171600Z 1718/1818 36010KT 7000 RA BKN015 BKN040 TX15/1719Z TN09/1810Z TEMPO 1718/1723 35015G30KT BECMG 1807/1809 16004KT -SHRA SCT017 BKN035 BECMG 1816/1818 23012KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
23:17Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 360° 10 kt
Visibility: 7 km
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
Rain
07:00Z BECMG
+8h
VFR 160° 4 kt
Ceiling: 3,500 ft
Light Showers Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
CAB
9 ✈️
27

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 9/27
Active: 9
1,673 ft 56 ft GRASS
6.5 kt 17.9 kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

El Alba Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: SCAB
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 450 ft MSL

Location

City: La Lumbrera
Country: CL
Latitude: -33.658694°
Longitude: -71.289877°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+5

Runway Information

Runway 9/27
Length: 1,673 ft
Width: 56 ft
Surface: GRASS
ILS: No

About El Alba Airport

El Alba Airport (SCAB) is located in La Lumbrera, CL at an elevation of 450 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (9/27), with the longest at 1,673 feet.

Airport Overview

El Alba Airport serves La Lumbrera in CL. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (9/27) with grass surface. The longest runway measures 1,673 feet, best suited for light aircraft with appropriate short-field capability.

Flight Planning

For current NOTAMs and operational information, consult the local aviation authority publications. Weather data including METAR and TAF reports are typically available from nearby reporting stations if not directly from this airport. Before flight, verify current conditions through official channels and check Jeppesen or national AIP for the latest aeronautical information.

Weather Information

When METAR observations are not available directly from SCAB, pilots can reference weather from nearby airports shown above. Consider distance and terrain differences when using alternate weather sources. For official flight planning, always use approved weather briefing services.

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.